Public reminded to pay attention to marine safety when participating in major events at sea
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With regard to the New Year's Eve countdown celebrations to be held tonight (December 31), the Marine Department reminds members of the public to pay attention to marine safety when viewing the display at sea. Parents or adults should look after children and ensure that children are wearing a lifejacket at all times. Coxswains should keep a passenger and crew list in case it is needed. In addition, passengers should note the locations of emergency exits and lifejackets, as well as how to put on a lifejacket, before the vessel departs. Coxswains should refrain from speeding or overloading their vessels.
Marine Department Notice No. 180 of 2017 has been issued regarding special marine traffic control and safety measures for tonight. Members of the public can visit the department's website for more details (www.mardep.gov.hk).
Ends/Sunday, December 31, 2017
Issued at HKT 13:00
Issued at HKT 13:00
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